Rugby World Cup

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Rugby World Cup

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What tactical variations did we see in this Rugby World Cup, which ones might we see more of in the future, and why?

15 things we learned from the 2019 Rugby World Cup

The path from Japan: England

Rugby World Cup final: The mischievous smirk versus the endearing smile, power versus strength

Analysis: How the 2003 Rugby World Cup final acted as a precursor to modern rugby

George Ford: A casualty of the dreaded drop or merely handed a different role by a bristling Eddie Jones?

Why Wales are built to beat the Boks

The ultimate edge that will decide England and New Zealand's titanic Rugby World Cup semi-final clash

Five classic Rugby World Cup quarter-finals

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Japan vs South Africa: Tempo, mental hang-ups and arm wrestles

Wales vs France: Fresh legs, revolving doors and philosophes

New Zealand vs Ireland: Power and playmakers, creaking set-pieces and angry talismans

England vs Australia quarter-final: Kicking games, powerful wingers and dual opensides

Gain Line Analytics: Why England and France’s World Cup contenders need to play them sooner rather than later

A coach’s dilemma: playoff permutations

How well equipped, or under-tooled, are England to challenge for the 2019 Rugby World Cup title?

The golden opportunity under rugby union's nose that cannot be ignored

Is it time for Joe Schmit’s Ireland to fall in line with rugby’s latest craze at the Rugby World Cup?

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The grey area plaguing rugby's brain injury prevention framework that won't go away

Can Scotland turn around their Rugby World Cup campaign?

Are Wales being underestimated as 2019 Rugby World Cup contenders?

The Rob Howley Case: Explained

The men that could make history at the 2019 rugby world Cup

The Japanese World Cup’s fallen warriors

Rugby World Cup Fantasy

The heir to the Ben Smith throne

Kingsley Jones: The priceless MLR, Canada's revival and the player release plague

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The most influential players for the top World Cup contenders